Best Sheldon Young Podcasts (2026)

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125. Consistency, Culture, and Craft with Sheldon Fisher 1:09:32

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The Orchestra Teacher Podcast – Episode #125 Guest: Sheldon Fisher In Episode 125 of The Orchestra Teacher Podcast, we sit down with Sheldon J. Fisher, a master teacher whose career represents the very best of long-term program building, musical integrity, and service to the profession. A retired orchestra director from Fulton County Schools near A…

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Ep. 23: Swaddled in Darkness: She Had No Body but Was Still Herself (NDE of Jennifer Dean) 16:32

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Jennifer Dean, also known as "Reiki Nurse Jen," had a Near-Death experience. Through a hard bout with cancer when she was young, Jennifer experienced the other side. In Heaven, she said she felt a peaceful darkness that felt like being swaddled. She said she had no body but still had her soul. This is Jennifer Dean's near-death experience and the s…

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Episode 145- Frank & Mere Take on the New Year! 1:17:32

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Join Frank and Mere as they catch up on Mere's Crusie News, Frank's Taper Caper, and all things Echelon. Frank reads an emotional letter from Instructor Dani Dellarco to the Echelon community. We're not crying, you're crying! Okay, we're all crying voer John Holt and Dani Dellarco, but also so thankful for their coaching and support. Take a ride wi…

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BEST OF: Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse on How Dark Money Captured SCOTUS 45:46

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In this Best Of episode, we revisit our 2023 conversation with Rhode Island Senator Sheldon Whitehouse. We talked to Sen. Whitehouse about his book, “The Scheme,” which examines how dark money and radical right wing activists worked tirelessly to gain control of the Supreme Court. Sen. Whitehouse lays out all the key players in this effort, includi…

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124. In the Classroom, On the Podium, and in the Dirt: Ashley Braithwaite’s Orchestra Life 48:54

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The Orchestra Teacher Podcast – Episode #124 In the Classroom, On the Podium, and in the Dirt: Ashley Braithwaite’s Orchestra Life We’re kicking off 2026 with an inspiring conversation featuring Ashley Braithwaite, an award-winning orchestra educator from Utah whose passion for teaching, leadership, and lifelong musicianship shines through everythi…

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Episode 144- Ben & Renee Pearson 1:33:15

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Frank and Mere sit down with Ben and Renee Pearson and learn all about their adventures on the high seas. You will be hard pressed to find a more dynamic duo on the leaderboard and in the Echelon Community than Ben Jammin and HutHoeGotta Row. Join us to learn more about Ben's time as a movie star and Renee's mosh pit antics, as well an an awesome o…

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BEST OF: Jimmy Kimmel on His Career in Comedy! 1:01:01

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In this Best Of episode, we revisit our 2020 conversation with Jimmy Kimmel! We go through his long career, beginning with his start in radio and his transition to television. We discuss the birth of Jimmy’s late night show back in 2003 and how, in his own words, the show was "genuinely terrible.” With time, Jimmy figured it out and established a t…

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Episode 188: Aaron Brownstein & Simon Ganz Interview 1:01:04

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Episode 188: Aaron Brownstein & Simon Ganz Interview In this After Show Andrew talks with writing partners Aaron Brownstein and Simon Ganz about their long road to Guy Text. They share what they learned working under Jason Katims (Friday Night Lights, Parenthood, About a Boy) and Victor Fresco (Santa Clarita Diet), including lessons about character…

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David A. Graham on What Project 2025 Wrought 54:51

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Throughout the 2024 election, we all heard about the dangers of Project 2025, yet somehow it’s worse than we imagined. Trump continuously said he didn't know anything about it (but he did), and nearly a year after his swearing in, we've seen a huge portion of it already implemented. We're joined by The Atlantic’s David A. Graham, author of the new …

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New Sponsorship Announcement! Keiser Productions 2:46

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🎉 New Sponsor Announcement for 2026! 🎉 We’re excited to announce Keiser Productions as an official 2026 sponsor of The Orchestra Teacher Podcast! In this video, you’ll get to know Keiser Productions, a leading publisher dedicated to high-quality string and orchestra music for educators and students. Joining us are Matt Keiser, President & CEO of Ke…

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Ep. 22: Dragged by Train: Man Wakes Up in Heaven and Returns with a Purpose (NDE of David Ditchfield) 21:10

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David Ditchfield had a Near-Death experience. When his coat got stuck in the closing doors of a train, he was dragged and had an NDE. He experienced Heaven, a place of peace and comfort. While on the other side, he encountered beings who spoke telepathically. After meeting his higher self, experiencing communication by telepathy, and recieving down…

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Episode 187: Guy Text Written by Aaron Brownstein & Simon Ganz 45:54

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Episode 187: Guy Text Written by Aaron Brownstein & Simon Ganz This month’s dead pilot is Guy Text, written by Aaron Brownstein and Simon Ganz, whose credits include Santa Clarita Diet, Beavis and ButtHead, and About a Boy. Four geriatric millennial friends struggle with what it means to be sensitive, thoughtful, emotionally available modern men. …

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Franklin Foer & Anne Applebaum on The Globe in 2025! 1:01:53

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As we approach the end of 2025, we take a look back at what happened around the world in Trump’s first year back in office. We're joined by two of the best foreign policy writers we know: Franklin Foer and Anne Applebaum from The Atlantic! We discuss the EIGHT wars and conflicts that Trump has single handedly ended, while also examining the ongoing…

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123. Gretchen Wyder Zunic: How to Build a Thriving, Student-Centered Orchestra Program 1:08:35

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Episode #123 — Gretchen Wyder Zunic: How to Build a Thriving, Student-Centered Orchestra Program In this episode of The Orchestra Teacher Podcast, Charles sits down with Gretchen Wyder Zunic, Head Orchestra Director at Upper Arlington High School and a 31-year veteran of music education. Gretchen shares her inspiring journey from her early teaching…

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Episode 143- Frank & Mere & Chewbacca 1:10:16

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This week Frank & Mere talk about snow, holiday baking, running, and Pokemon Go! There is plenty of Echelon news with the Member's Distance Challenge, Disney 4Ks of Christmas, and Elevate by Echelon. New dual rides and strides, costumes, and an appearance or two by Chewbacca. Frank and Mere share what they/re watching and some pupdates to round out…

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Mark Leibovich on Hegseth, Trump, & More! 55:34

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We're joined by the great Mark Leibovich from The Atlantic to run through some of the wild stories fresh out of Washington. Secretary of War Pete Hegseth is facing criticisms on multiple fronts: Not only was it reported that he ordered the killing of two survivors from a bombed alleged drug trafficking boat, a Pentagon Inspector General also found …

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Episode 186: Lisa Muse Bryant Interview 59:15

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Episode 186: Lisa Muse Bryant Interview This month’s After Show features Andrew’s conversation with Lisa Muse Bryant, the powerhouse behind our latest dead pilot Dream. Lisa traces her remarkable journey from Camden, New Jersey, to writing on standout series like Black-ish, The Four Seasons, Man on the Inside, and Marvel’s Moon Girl and Devil Dinos…

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Episode 142- Post Sweatsgiving Recap 1:26:42

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Frank and Mere reminisce about Member's Appreciaition Week fun and Echelon Sweatsgiving classes.Frank explains how 18 miles is "an easy run" and Mere explains anatomy of the bicyclists of Sausalito with appropriate hand motions much to Frank's delight. See the video evidence on our Instagram page!

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David Kirkpatrick on Trump’s Immense and Shameless Profiteering 54:45

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One of Donald Trump's most successful initiatives in his second term has been making himself and his family richer than ever. We're joined by The New Yorker’s David Kirkpatrick, who earlier this year wrote a piece outlining all the ways the legendary grifters have cashed in during Trump’s presidency. The Trump family has long been associated with s…

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122. Building Belonging Through Team-Teaching Magic: A Conversation with Daryl Silberman & Matthew White 53:43

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🎻 Episode #122 — The Orchestra Teacher Podcast Guests: Daryl Silberman & Matthew White, Orchestra Directors at Scullen Middle School (Naperville, IL) In this energizing episode, Dr. Charles Laux welcomes the incredible teaching duo Daryl Silberman and Matthew White, who have transformed the Scullen Middle School orchestra program through collaborat…

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Ep. 21: He Chokes to Death: Meets Ancestors & Finds Pure Love with The Holy One (NDE of Reverend Ned Sheldon) 29:44

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Reverend Ned Sheldon had a near-death experience. His complex experience on the other side was beautiful and comforting, involving loved ones and ancestors as well as encountering the divine presence of the Holy One. This is Rev. Ned Sheldon's near-death experience and the spiritual enlightenment he gained resulting from it.…

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E159: Lessons from Success and Struggle: 8 Vital Lessons for Aspiring Entrepreneurs 28:47

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In this episode of the Thrive More Podcast before the show goes on hiatus, Roger distills key lessons from 159 episodes and shares eight crucial takeaways for anyone thinking about starting or buying a business. He begins by debunking the myth that entrepreneurship equals freedom, highlighting that it actually means having options gained through ha…

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Episode 141- All Things MAW 1:16:08

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Frank & Mere talk about Echelon's Member Appreciation Week (MAW), home gym envy, fun themes, and awesome instructor duals. Mere has been traveling, Frank is racing against time, and lots of tv has been watched. Come along for the ride and catch up with us!

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Lawyer Liz Oyer on Trump’s Corrupt Pardons 51:55

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In Donald Trump's second term, we've seen a flurry of pardons and commutations. Of course, every President is granted the pardon power, but with this administration, pardons often seem to have a price tag. We're joined by Liz Oyer, former US pardon attorney (appointed by Biden and fired by Trump), to discuss some of the shadier pardons doled out du…

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Episode 185: Dream Written by Lisa Muse Bryant 57:20

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Episode 185: Dream Written by Lisa Muse Bryant This month’s Dead Pilots Society features Dream, a musical comedy pilot from Lisa Muse Bryant, whose work includes Black-ish, The Four Seasons, Man on the Inside, and Marvel’s Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur. The show centers on Dream Morgan, a former teen mom who finally goes after her long-delayed ambit…

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E158: Seaton Sheldon: A Thriving Young Entrepreneur on Family, Fitness, and Finding Purpose 47:37

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This week, Roger sits down with Seaton Sheldon, a thriving young entrepreneur based in Bowling Green, Kentucky. Seaton recounts his journey of growing up in an entrepreneurial family and how his father's wisdom shaped his career path. He delves into the challenges and triumphs of opening his two businesses—RockBox Fitness and SWET Studio, a recover…

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Catherine Rampell on The End of The Shutdown 48:26

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After 43 days, the longest government shutdown in American history has finally ended. We're joined by Catherine Rampell from The Bulwark and MSNBC to talk about how it finally came to a close and why a lot of Democrats are mad at their party. Catherine details how the Trump administration used the shutdown as an excuse to inflict as much pain as po…

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121. Dr. Annalisa Chang discusses inclusion, student leadership, and her journey from higher ed to the high school orchestra classroom 46:34

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🎙️ The Orchestra Teacher Podcast – Episode #121 In this episode, The Orchestra Teacher Podcast host Dr. Charles Laux sits down with Dr. Annalisa Chang, orchestra director at Roswell High School and former professor at Clayton State University, to discuss her inspiring journey from higher education back to the high school classroom. Dr. Chang shares…

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E157: Lloyd Glauberman: Mastering Mindset: Insights from a Behavioral Expert 48:39

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This week, Roger welcomes Dr. Lloyd Glauberman, a clinical psychologist with more than 40 years of experience in behavioral psychology, mindset, and emotional health. Lloyd explores the profound impact mindset has on happiness, purpose, and long-term fulfillment. Drawing from decades of research and his groundbreaking Hypno-Peripheral Processing (H…

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Episoide 140- Frank & Mere 1:03:04

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Frank & Mere talk about Buc-cees (IYKYK), Going the Distance, Halloween rides and strides, and so much more. There are pupdates, Run Disney news, and travel reports and plans. Not to mention a whole lot of what we're watching!

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Molly Jong-Fast on The 2025 Elections! 38:41

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The Democratic Party showed signs of life all around the country with last week's off-season elections. Helping us make sense of it all is Molly Jong-Fast, opinion writer for The New York Times and host of the Fast Politics podcast! Molly examines NYC's new mayor, Zohran Mamdani, and why his campaign was so successful. Can he actually deliver on th…

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Ep. 20: Surprised by NDE: Man Comes Back With No Doubts About a Creator (NDE of Vince Migliore) 11:15

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Vince Migliore had a Near-Death experience. His experience was spiritually transformative and left him with no doubts as he connected with a being full of love and acceptance. This is Vince Migliore's near-death experience and the spiritual enlightenment he gained resulting from it.By MakerBox Media LLC

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E156: Ryan Chaw: Building Wealth and Freedom Before 30 42:05

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In this episode, Roger sits down with Ryan Chaw, the founder of Newbie Real Estate Investing. Ryan completely redefined his life by leaving his job as a pharmacist and diving headfirst into real estate. By age 28, Ryan had become a millionaire, and just three years later, he retired from his day job — all through a niche strategy focused on student…

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120. Leadership, Repertoire, and the Modern Conductor — Insights from Dr. Nathaniel Parker (KSU) 59:44

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In this episode, The Orchestra Teacher Podcast host Dr. Charles Laux welcomes Dr. Nathaniel (“Nat”) Parker, Director of Orchestral Studies at Kennesaw State University and Artistic and Executive Director of the Georgia Youth Symphony Orchestras (GYSO). Dr. Parker shares his journey from a “reformed bassoonist” to a collegiate conductor, offering de…

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Episode 139- Leah Bia 1:03:27

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Frank & Mere talk to one of the sweetest and most fun members in the entire Echelon community-Leah Bia! She's also one of the smartest and we get to talk some science as well as all things she loves about Echelon. How did she go from "not a runner" to doing a 10K? Leah spills her secret to success. Join us on a fantastic ride on the Bike That goes …

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Political Reporter David Weigel on The Shutdown 47:10

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We are approaching the longest government shutdown in American history with no end in sight. But it seems like this is exactly what the Trump administration wants. How much longer can this go on? We are joined by David Weigel from Semafor to discuss the damage of the shutdown and how the White House believes it's winning this fight. Weigel examines…

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Episode 184: Jim Brandon & Brian Singleton Interview 1:02:02

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Episode 184: Jim Brandon & Brian Singleton Interview Welcome to this month’s after-show interview with Brian Singleton and Jim Brandon. You heard their hilarious pilot Humans of the Americas last week on Dead Pilots Society. You may know Brian and Jim from their work on Mixed-ish (ABC), Black Monday (Showtime), Arrested Development (Netflix), or th…

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E155: Mike Arce: The Standard Is You! Real World Leadership Lessons 54:36

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In this episode, Roger welcomes back Mike Arce, founder of Loud Rumor and author of the new book The Standard Is You. They begin by exploring the nuances between stress and pressure, while categorizing team members as tigers, horses, or dogs—and explaining how to manage each type effectively. Mike shares his personal journey and what inspired him t…

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Harry Litman on Important Legal Stuff. 50:10

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Every day brings a new constitutional crisis. Donald Trump isn't just breaking norms... he's weaponizing the entire justice system against anyone who dare cross him. We're joined by former U.S. Attorney Harry Litman to cut through the chaos and explain what the hell is happening. Trump promised that he would bring "retribution" to his second term -…

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Ep. 19: Several NDEs Later: She is Finally Given a Choice on the Other Side (NDE of Dana Roark) 15:40

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Dana Roark had several Near-Death experiences. Her stories are vast, including one where she was greeted by Kurt Cobain. Eventually, in her most profound NDE, God gave her a choice to stay on The Other Side in Heaven with Him or go back. God and she spoke telepathically, and she describes encountering a beautiful energy. This is Dana Roark's near-d…

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Episode 183: Humans of the Americas Written by Jim Brandon & Brian Singleton 1:01:55

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Episode 183: Humans of the Americas Written by Jim Brandon & Brian Singleton This month’s dead pilot is Humans of the Americas by Jim Brandon and Brian Singleton, whose credits include Animal Control (FOX), Mixed-ish (ABC), Black Monday (Showtime), and Arrested Development (Netflix). Here’s the logline: A single camera comedy set in a small town ne…

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E154: Adam Jackson: Hiring Reinvented: How Braintrust's AI is Transforming Recruiting 52:46

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In this episode, Roger speaks with Adam Jackson, the CEO and founder of Braintrust, an AI-driven recruiting platform. Together, they explore the transformative impact of AI on hiring, along with real-world applications of AI, blockchain, and decentralized funding in modern business. Adam explains how Braintrust (AIR), the world's first end-to-end A…

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Episode 138- Frank & Mere 1:01:29

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Frank and Mere talk about sourdough, upcoming races with guaranteened personal bests, and Thanksgiving. There is also Echelon news with the distance challenge coming back, new series, and tips from the Echelon Blog. Lots going on in the community! Join us on the Bike that Goes Nowhere!

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John Fugelsang on Jesus’s ACTUAL Politics 45:11

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Donald Trump and the Republican Party have the backing of Evangelicals and fundamentalist Christians. But if you read the Bible or listen to the teachings of Jesus Christ, it would be clear that their policies are anything but Christ-like. We're joined by comedian, radio host, and NYT bestselling author John Fugelsang to discuss his new book, “Sepa…

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119. Developing Young Bassists by Mastering the Mindset and Mechanics for Audition Success Featuring Darren Sacks 1:01:24

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In this episode of The Orchestra Teacher Podcast, Dr. Charles Laux sits down with Darren Sacks, one of Greater Boston’s leading double bass educators, to discuss how young bassists can transform their playing and mindset to reach new levels of success. Sacks shares his journey from discovering the double bass on a high school field trip to building…

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E153: Bryan McAnulty: The Founder of Heights Platform on AI's Impact in the Creative Industry 38:32

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This week, Roger sits down with Brian McAnulty, founder of Heights Platform, an AI-driven online course creation and community-building software. Brian shares his journey from graphic designer to tech entrepreneur, highlighting how AI can be a powerful ally for creative professionals such as designers, musicians, and actors. Together, they explore …

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Episode 137- Frank & Mere Explain It All 1:03:42

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This week Frank and Mere catch up on cruises, hurricanes, holidays, and Echelon member shenanigans. There's also plenty of Echelon news with yet another new Echelon Instructor, an awesome Q&A, making up our own Echelon Amazing Race Instructor Duos, and Read On & Prosper. Fun pupdates round out the episode. Enjoy!…

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David Hogg on Electing Young Progressive Dems 44:45

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We're thrilled to welcome David Hogg to the podcast. Hogg is a co-founder of March For Our Lives and his PAC, Leaders We Deserve. He shares about how the tragedy in Parkland, FL launched him into the political fray. Hogg notoriously served as a Vice Chair of the Democratic National Committee for a brief time. He tells us about some of the inner wor…

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E152: Rich Chou: Inside the Octagon: The Fight to Bring MMA to the Mainstream 1:05:16

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This week, Roger sits down with Rich Chou, a 20-year veteran of the combat sports industry who has held pivotal roles at legendary mixed martial arts promotions EliteXC, Strikeforce, and Bellator. Rich traces his path from his early days in Hawaii and Guam through the underground beginnings of MMA, ultimately rising to become a key matchmaker and e…

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Episode 136- Nicole Griffin Echelon Instructor-Chattanooga 48:59

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Frank and Mere got down in the dirt and the rain and the sand to learn all about that groovy music festival life with our resident expert, Nicole Griffin! As one of the OG instrutors we go back a long way through miles and miles of chunky frozen peanut butter. Her smile is undeniable and one cannot help but have a positive vibe and good ride, strid…